Elon Musk on course to become world’s first trillionaire as wealth soars

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 11, 2026 at 03:30 AM
Elon Musk on course to become world’s first trillionaire as wealth soars

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As of March 1, 2026, Elon Musk's net worth reached an estimated $839 billion, making him the wealthiest individual ever recorded, according to Forbes. This surge in wealth, driven by rising valuations of Tesla and SpaceX, positions him as potentially the world's first trillionaire. Musk topped Forbes' World’s Billionaires list for the second year in a row, with his fortune increasing by roughly $500 billion over the past year. Tesla's stock experienced volatility in 2025, initially declining due to consumer boycotts related to Musk's political endorsements, but rebounded after he exited his role in the Trump administration. Tesla's potential for future growth is attributed to Musk's access to advanced technology in autonomous driving and artificial intelligence.

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